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BRAIN INJURY

TRAUMATIC & NON-TRAUMATIC

Services for Veterans with Brain Injury

Resource Center
(800) 432-2080

Social Security Administration
(800) 772-1213

Department Military Affairs (DMA)
National Guard

47 Bataan Blvd, Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 474-1200 (Voice) 
(866) 460-4100 (Toll Free Family Support Line)

This is a state entity that supports the New Mexico National Guard vision. The Department of Military Affairs (DMA) will provide the necessary infrastructure required to support the Army and Air National Guard, State Defense Force and Civil Air Patrol missions. Contact this department directly for further program information.

Department of Veterans Services
407 Galisteo, Santa Fe, NM 87504
(505) 827-6300
dvs.state.nm.us

The mission of the Department of Veterans Services is to assist veterans, widows and children of veterans in establishing the privileges to which they are entitled. Contact this organization for specific programs and services available as well as field office contact information.

Department of Workforce Solutions — Main State Administrative Office
401 Broadway NE, Albuquerque NM 87102
or
PO Box 1928, Albuquerque NM 87103
(505) 841-2000 (Voice)
dws.state.nm.us

The mission of this government entity is to enhance productivity and competitiveness of New Mexico business and industry by improving the quality and availability of the New Mexico workforce. This organization provides job training, employment search, career fairs and many related employment activities. There are specific veteran services that ensure that job and training services are offered to veterans on a priority basis. Veterans have priority over non-veterans regarding job placement, counseling, testing, referral to supportive services, job development and job training. Contact this office for specific veteran program information, to find a local office and to locate a veteran outreach program representative.

New Mexico Brain Injury Alliance
3234 Candelaria NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87107
(505) 292-7414 (Voice)
(888) 292-7415 (Toll-free)
braininjurynm.org

Rehabilitation Services and 
Veterans Programs (RS and VP)

406 San Mateo NE, #122
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 255-8440 (Voice)

This agency offers an assistance program to homeless veterans. The agency owns and operates a motel where homeless veterans can stay for up to two years. They also have an employment services program where individuals can receive work training and other employment related assistance.

Veterans Administration (VA) Regional Office
500 Gold Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
(800) 827-1000 (Toll-Free, Voice)

This office provides information on eligibility and benefits available to veterans, widows and dependents. Some of the specific information that can be provided includes compensation, pension, health benefits, death benefits, educational benefits, burial benefits, guardianship and many other areas.

Veterans Administration Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment
500 Gold Ave SW, 3rd Floor
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(800) 827-1000 (Toll-Free, Voice)
vba.va.gov/bln/vre

This program assists veterans with service-connected disabilities by offering services to prepare for finding and keeping suitable employment.

VA Medical Center
2100 Ridgecrest SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 265-1711 (Voice)

This hospital offers acute, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation as well as other medical services.

Veteran and Families Support Services — Presbyterian Medical Services
184 Unser Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 994-2772 (Voice)
(877) 929-9797 (Toll-Free, Voice)

This is currently a pilot program primarily serving Sandoval County that provides direct assessment, on-going case management, and referral services to veterans, active duty military and their families. There are also family therapists, psychiatrists and a psychologist service available. Contact the program for specific service information.

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Please note: The information on this website is not meant to replace the advice of a medical professional. You should consult your health care provider regarding specific medical concerns or treatment.

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